Rim Rock Marathon & Half
Fruita, CO
- Marathon, Half Marathon
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
The Rim Rock Marathon and Half Marathon course follows the famous Rim Rock Drive through the Colorado National Monument, giving runners beautiful views of the Grand Valley. The views along the race course are unmatched and perfect for runners looking for something MONUMENTAL. The peaceful course features views of towering … MORE
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Unbeatable Views
Some of the best views I have seen in a race! The half marathon is downhill for about the first 8 miles through the Colorado National Monument then flattens out … MORE
Some of the best views I have seen in a race! The half marathon is downhill for about the first 8 miles through the Colorado National Monument then flattens out and runs along a major road then goes back through some pretty trails in a park with a lake. Well organized with very friendly volunteers and easy parking to catch the buses. Nice long sleeve shirt and medal. Free sandwich and beer at the end.
Hilly but so worth it!
Drove to Grand Junction the day before. It's an extremely small race so the expo is walking into a small room with one table and getting your bib. The people … MORE
Drove to Grand Junction the day before. It’s an extremely small race so the expo is walking into a small room with one table and getting your bib. The people were very friendly, and I loved the long sleeve shirt they gave.
This was my first super hilly marathon course, so I made sure to train a lot with hills…and I’m so thankful I did. I recall the first 8ish miles being hilly. The first two miles were ridiculously hilly and my slowest times. You climb around 4000 ft., but the views make every step worth it. You finally reach the top, and it gets significantly easier (though not completely off the hook with hills). I cannot emphasize how beautiful this course is. 100% would run this marathon again. If you do it, make sure you really train hills!
Wow the scenery!
I was worried about the lack of spectators and the overall size of the race, but I was overwhelmed and amazed at the scenery of this race. To be able … MORE
I was worried about the lack of spectators and the overall size of the race, but I was overwhelmed and amazed at the scenery of this race. To be able to look down the side of the moutain and see the road I would eventually be running. A point-to-point race with a nice, gradual descent and amazing views. My time could have been better, but had to stop and take pictures!
Stunning scenery, good climb
This race was lovely. I would Say train appropriately for the down hills and flats to protect your joints after the climb. And do some Hill reps on the road. MORE
This race was lovely. I would
Say train appropriately for the down hills and flats to protect your joints after the climb. And do some Hill reps on the road.
Fast, even, downhill, but not all of it!
Fun race, start with 3 mile uphill, then 8 miles down hill. Last mile is a gradual uphill and is a KILLER! Great views, friendly athletes, nice feel overall. MORE
Fun race, start with 3 mile uphill, then 8 miles down hill. Last mile is a gradual uphill and is a KILLER! Great views, friendly athletes, nice feel overall.
Nothing but beauty
This is a well organized race with beautiful views. It is on a smaller scale and you have room from mile one to get into your pace. The road conditions … MORE
This is a well organized race with beautiful views. It is on a smaller scale and you have room from mile one to get into your pace. The road conditions is great. The race expo is non existant with only a bib pick up. The finish is small and intamit with room for finish line selfies. The volunteers were great and encouraging even with the 30 degree temp outside. Overall great race!!!!
Amazing!!!
Aid stations were awesome. Well organized. Traffic was very well controlled so runners were safe the entire course. The scenery is epic!!! My only complaint was that there were not … MORE
Aid stations were awesome. Well organized. Traffic was very well controlled so runners were safe the entire course. The scenery is epic!!! My only complaint was that there were not enough potties at the start line.
Stunning Western Colorado Race!
This race showcases the hidden beauty that is Western Colorado. Located almost to the border or Utah, the Colorado National Monument features stunning canyon scenery with unique red rock formations. … MORE
This race showcases the hidden beauty that is Western Colorado. Located almost to the border or Utah, the Colorado National Monument features stunning canyon scenery with unique red rock formations. But be prepared! With over 2000′ of gain in the first 8 miles (the majority of which takes place during miles 2-5) this is no easy course. Thankfully the second half is all downhill though – which I definitely needed by that point to get me to the finish line. This is a wonderful a small town race – not a lot of spectators, but great course support and plentiful aid stations. The finishers shirt and medal were top notch as well!